Ash, Clemont and Bonnie went back to Lumiose City to Clemont's and Bonnie's house planning what to do next.
Meanwhile, Ash seemed very quiet. Usually he'd be bursting up with eagerness wondering what they're going to be doing next but now he didn't show tons of interest. Instead of being the leader he was now the follower. Clemont sensed something was wrong and that things are supposed to be the other way around and not like this.
The group decided to stay a night at the Pokemon Center and sleep over, as they will continue their journey the next day.
Ash felt this stay though was really empty because he was usually loud and excited for the next thing they were going to embark on the next day but for one, he already defeated all the gyms and two, the whole gang wasn't there so he felt this was kinda pointless and also Serena would be looking at him smiling and rooted for him. Now, she's the Kalos Queen and she most likely won't see them much. Just that thought got Ash to lose his appetite and wished to no longer eat giving Clemont and Bonnie a worried expression because Ash NEVER denied food. Ash was tearing up a bit. He had no clue why he was getting teared apart of this emotion... What was this emotion anyway? He question. Regardless, it made him miserable and not because someone left but it was a special someone. He seriously had no clue what was going on. Then a knock on the door came and it was from Pikachu.

Pikachu: Pika-pi?.... *worried*

Ash: Hey buddy good to see you. Everything is okay except.... ..... Oh sorry I'm ok everything is okay! Pikachu go on and finish eating everything is alright with me don't worry!

Pikachu: Chu... *not believing this but leaves anyway*

Ash decided to take a nap. He thought maybe he was catching a cold. So he then shut his eyes and fell asleep. Then he began dreaming himself being young again. Ash had no idea this was a dream but he went with it. Then the scenery felt so familiar but he didn't know why. Then afar he heard a cry. He went by and saw a familiar little girl. It was Serena. Ash was starting to remember this scene. He remembered this is how they met. But why this dream? He was pondering this but not long because little Serena was in pain and sadness.

Ash: Oh! Are you ok?

He went along as if this was like a play or something.

Serena: *stops crying* *sniffle* Huh?

Ash: Hi my name is Ash. What happened?

Serena: I hurt *sniffle* my knee....

Ash: Ok let's see...

He tried reaching in his pocket for a handkerchief but nothing was there.

Ash:*thinking* OH SHOOT.... Where's my handkerchief?! No no no.... Oh Arceus... Why.... *speaking* Lets try standing up!

Serena: I don't think I can...

Ash: Try not to give up! Giving up won't get us anywhere!

Serena: Ok... Here goes. *tries standing but fails*

Ash: !

Serena: That hurt... *tearing up*

Ash: Hey... I'll carry you.

He blurted out. He had no idea why though.

Serena: *shocked* Will you be ok?

Ash: Of course I will!

Ash went in and tried carrying her. This was weird. All of a sudden he was just really strong and carrying Serena was not a problem. Serena was amazed and she began cuddling up to Ash and blushing and young Ash went from oblivious to noticing a weird feeling he couldn't describe.

Ash: *waking up* *yawn* what was that about? He looked at the clock. 5am. That "nap" was much too long. He went back to sleep and ha his regular dreams again. - the ones of him winning the Pokemon league and becoming a master. - My morning came quick and the group ate quickly and left.
They decided to head back to Lumiose City and think more about what they are going to do. However Ash was still not feeling any better.